RAL 180-1 vs Decor White
Where RAL 180-1 belongs to RAL Effect's range, Decor White is a Sherwin-Williams color. Hue-wise, RAL 180-1 belongs to the blue family and Decor White to the beige-white family. Decor White (LRV 79) reflects noticeably more light than RAL 180-1 (LRV 49), a difference of 31 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. With a ΔE of 25.1, the contrast is hard to miss. These aren't variations on a theme — they're two different answers to the same question. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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RAL 180-1 vs Decor White Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see RAL 180-1 on one side and Decor White on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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